BROOKLYN, NY — The New York Liberty's revenge tour got off on the right foot Sunday afternoon, defeating the Las Vegas Aces in Game 1 of the 2024 WNBA
The New York Liberty ’s revenge tour got off on the right foot Sunday afternoon, defeating the Las Vegas Aces in Game 1 of the 2024 WNBA semifinals 87-77. The Liberty were led by forward Breanna Stewart, who had 28 points, and guard Sabrina Ionescu with 21 points.Finals, where the Aces dominated the Liberty , winning the title 3-1. However, this Liberty team is not the same as last season, which disappointingly went home in the finals.
The Aces made a comeback midway through the second quarter, cutting what was once an 11-point lead for New York into a two-point lead. Their shot selection improved, and they saw better looks from the perimeter. Center A’Ja Wilson added six points for the Aces, contributing to that comeback. However, New York’s frontcourt of Stewart and forward Jonquel Jones responded with a stronger end to the half — Stewart leading the way with 20 points and Jones with 11.
“I’ve just kind of grown from it,” Stewart said. “Last time wasn’t my most proudest, but I’m gonna continue to be better now.”quarter, where they saw more offensive input from Ionescu, who had eight points in the frame, including back-to-back 3-pointers. S
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